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If I feel better with a few doses
of the antibiotic prescribed can I stop?
Stopping the medication too early may allow
bacteria to continue to grow, which may result
in a relapse of the infection.Continue to take
your antibiotic until the entire prescribed
amount is finished even if symptoms disappear
after a few days.
The doctor prescribed me a
brand name drug but the pharmacist gave me a
generic. How are they different?
NONE. All medications are subject to the same
quality standards and regulations. Therefore
brand name and generic companies manufacture to
the same specifications of quality and purity.
However, their costs differ.
What Are Side Effects?
Side effects are unplanned symptoms or feelings
you have when taking a medicine. Most side
effects are not serious and go away on their
own; others can be more bothersome and even
serious. Keep track of side effects to help your
doctor know how your body is responding to a
medicine. If you have an unwanted side effect,
call your doctor right away.
What do I do if I miss a dose
of my medication?
If you miss a dose of medication take it as soon
as possible WITHOUT doubling up on doses. If you
are close to your next dosage time, skip the
missed dosage and continue on with your regular
schedule.
How do I take my medication
with or without food?
Each medication is different. Food may either
increase or decrease the amount of medication
that is absorbed into the body. If you have any
questions about a specific medication, please
call our pharmacist.
Can Over-The-Counter (OTC)
medications and supplements affect my
prescriptions?
Yes. Many OTC products can interact with your
prescriptions. Blood pressure, depression,
diabetes, and seizure medications can especially
be affected. Do not take any OTC medications or
supplements with out first talking with your
pharmacist or doctor.
When do I take my prescription?
Always follow specific times or directions
stated on the prescription. If there are no
times stated, try to take the prescription on
the same schedule.
For example: "Take once daily." Try to take the
medication at the same time each day.
"Take twice daily." Take the dosage every 12
hours.
"Take three times daily." Take the dosage every
8 hours.
"Take four times daily." Take as close to every
6 hours as possible, or divide waking hours
evenly (7am,noon, 5pm & 10pm.)
Can I stop taking my medication
if I feel better?
NO, unless specifically directed by your doctor.
Antibiotics especially need to have a full
course of treatment. Stopping early will lead to
a more resistant infection that will require
more expensive and more potent antibiotics.
Also, The medication is what is helping you feel
better. Blood pressure, diabetes and other
medical problems need to be continually managed
to keep the disease under control. Take
medications only as the doctor directs.
How many ml’s in a teaspoon?
There are 5ml in a teaspoon.
Where do I store my
medications?
Generally medications should be stored in a cool
dry place (NOT in the bathroom or above the
sink.) Some medications may need to be stored in
the refrigerator. If you are not sure or your
bottle does not specifically state where the
medication should be stored contact our pharmacy
staff.
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